How far is Wasilla, AK from Kenai, AK?
Fastest route
The distance between Wasilla, Alaska 99654, and Kenai, Alaska, is approximately 199 miles (320 kilometers). The fastest route takes around 3 hours and 35 minutes.
Directions
- Head east on AK-3 S toward N Boundary St 🚶
- Continue onto AK-1 S 🚗
- Turn left onto AK-1 S/Gambell St and continue to follow AK-1 S 🚗
- Take a slight right to stay on AK-1 S 🚗
- Turn right onto Kenai Spur Hwy 🚗
- Arrive in Kenai, Alaska 🏁
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Plan ahead and check traffic conditions to find the fastest route.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
- 🍴 Bring some snacks and water for the trip.
- 🚗 Take regular breaks during the drive to stay refreshed and alert.
- 🚦 Observe speed limits and traffic rules for a safe journey.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 45m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wasilla and Kenai.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wasilla and Kenai.
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Start on Main Street
5 m · 8 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto East Parks Highway
7.9 mi · 11 min · East Parks Highway
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Continue on Glenn Highway
33.1 mi · 38 min · Glenn Highway
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Continue on East 5th Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · East 5th Avenue
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Turn left onto Gambell Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Gambell Street
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Continue on Seward Highway
87.9 mi · 1 hr 46 min · Seward Highway
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Take the exit slight right
58.4 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Turn right onto Kalifornsky Beach Road
6 mi · 8 min · Kalifornsky Beach Road
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Turn right onto Bridge Access Road
3.3 mi · 5 min · Bridge Access Road
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Turn left onto Kenai Spur Highway
2847 ft · 1 min · Kenai Spur Highway
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Turn left onto Broad Street
28 m · 6 sec · Broad Street
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Turn right onto Frontage Road
142 m · 20 sec · Frontage Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Frontage Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wasilla and Kenai.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Seward Highway
Continue on Seward Highway
87.9 mi · 01h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Isolated Snow Showers leaving Wasilla and Scattered Rain Showers near Kenai.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wasilla to Kenai?
The road trip is about 199.4 miles (320.9 km) and usually takes 03h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Girdwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99.4 miles from Wasilla and 100 miles from Kenai.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.4 miles (150.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 106 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:28 AM AKST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.77 one way or $67.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Snow Showers around Wasilla and Scattered Rain Showers near Kenai.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wasilla and Kenai. Straight-line distance: 93.36 mi (150.25 km).
#1 Wasilla
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 11,099 |
| Coordinates | 61.5809000, -149.4415000 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kenai
City in Alaska
| Population | 7,890 |
| Coordinates | 60.5544400, -151.2583300 |
| Altitude | 22 |
| Country | United States |
End: Frontage Road (-151.258293, 60.554244)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 321 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.80 | $33.77 | $67.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $35.06 | $70.12 |
| Premium | $5.23 | $36.81 | $73.62 |
| Diesel | $6.48 | $45.64 | $91.28 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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